Climate Insights for Lira

Lira District, Northern Region, Uganda

Hottest
February
34°C peak
Coldest
July
19°C low
Wettest
May
193mm rain
Best to Visit
November, December
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Lira is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 24°C and approximately 1379mm of precipitation falls per year. May is the wettest month, receiving around 193mm of rainfall. Lira sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Temperature

10° 20° 30° 40° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 32° Average: 26° Min: 21° Feb Max: 34° Average: 27° Min: 22° Mar Max: 32° Average: 26° Min: 21° Apr Max: 30° Average: 24° Min: 21° May Max: 28° Average: 24° Min: 20° Jun Max: 28° Average: 23° Min: 19° Jul Max: 28° Average: 23° Min: 19° Aug Max: 28° Average: 23° Min: 19° Sep Max: 29° Average: 23° Min: 19° Oct Max: 29° Average: 24° Min: 19° Nov Max: 29° Average: 24° Min: 19° Dec Max: 31° Average: 25° Min: 20°
Max
Average
Min

Lira sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 19°C to 34°C. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 34°C and the mean temperature sits around 27°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 19°C and an average of 23°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 22mm Feb Precipitation: 24mm Mar Precipitation: 105mm Apr Precipitation: 191mm May Precipitation: 193mm Jun Precipitation: 130mm Jul Precipitation: 130mm Aug Precipitation: 141mm Sep Precipitation: 133mm Oct Precipitation: 174mm Nov Precipitation: 94mm Dec Precipitation: 41mm
Precipitation

Lira is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1379mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 115mm per month. The wettest month is May, averaging 193mm of rainfall. April and October also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 22mm. That's 171mm less than May, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic.

Wind

0km/h 5km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 2km/h Feb Wind Speed: 2km/h Mar Wind Speed: 2km/h Apr Wind Speed: 2km/h May Wind Speed: 1km/h Jun Wind Speed: 1km/h Jul Wind Speed: 1km/h Aug Wind Speed: 1km/h Sep Wind Speed: 1km/h Oct Wind Speed: 2km/h Nov Wind Speed: 2km/h Dec Wind Speed: 2km/h
Wind Speed

Lira is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 2km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is February, averaging 2km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in June, with average winds dropping to 1km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 1km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.

Seasons

Winter
Dec 21
Spring
Mar 20
Summer
Jun 21
Autumn
Sep 23

92 days until Autumn

It is currently summer in Lira, which began on June 21, 2026. Lira sits near the equator, so the traditional four-season cycle is less pronounced — temperatures remain relatively stable year-round. The warmest period peaks in February at around 34°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in July near 19°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 92 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 20 to 32°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 489mm across the season with a monthly average of 163mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 19 to 28°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 401mm across the season with a monthly average of 134mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 1km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 19 to 29°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 401mm across the season with a monthly average of 134mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 20 to 34°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 88mm over the season and a monthly average of 29mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

Jan 26°
Feb 27°
Mar 26°
Apr 24°
May 24°
Jun 23°
Jul 23°
Aug 23°
Sep 23°
Oct 24°
Nov 24°
Dec 25°

The best time to visit Lira is during November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 24°C with modest rainfall averaging 68mm per month. By contrast, February can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 34°C, while July is the coldest period with lows dropping to 19°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Lira based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
21 °C
32 °C
2 km/h
22 mm
0 cm
Feb
22 °C
34 °C
2 km/h
24 mm
0 cm
Mar
21 °C
32 °C
2 km/h
105 mm
0 cm
Apr
21 °C
30 °C
2 km/h
191 mm
0 cm
May
20 °C
28 °C
1 km/h
193 mm
0 cm
Jun Current
19 °C
28 °C
1 km/h
130 mm
0 cm
Jul
19 °C
28 °C
1 km/h
130 mm
0 cm
Aug
19 °C
28 °C
1 km/h
141 mm
0 cm
Sep
19 °C
29 °C
1 km/h
133 mm
0 cm
Oct
19 °C
29 °C
2 km/h
174 mm
0 cm
Nov
19 °C
29 °C
2 km/h
94 mm
0 cm
Dec
20 °C
31 °C
2 km/h
41 mm
0 cm
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